Climate Change Impact and Adaptation Goal in Climate Vulnerable Areas of SW Bangladesh (original) (raw)

Abstract

The WaSH program aims to respond to the need for greater climate resilient access to water, sanitation and hygiene services (WaSH). These facilities need to be able to withstand disasters and planned with consideration of potential climate change impacts in the future if they are to remain sustainable. However, consultations have highlighted as this business case has been developed, that a key aspect to communities being able to sustain the health and development benefits that access to WaSH brings, is building the resilience of the community and their ability to plan and adapt for future scenarios. This means that post-emergency, communities will not find their lives dragged back to ‘square one’ and resort to drinking unsafe water and open defecation. For this to be achieved WaSH program will also support the local government to understand their communities’ needs and plan effectively for emergencies.

Key takeaways

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1. The WaSH program enhances climate resilience for water, sanitation, and hygiene services in SW Bangladesh.
2. Post-emergency support is crucial for communities to avoid reverting to unsafe water practices.
3. The study sampled 400 households, with 200 from a control area for comparison.
4. Adaptation measures include raising infrastructure and tree planting in response to climate impacts.
5. Union Parishads allocate only 5-10% of their budget for disaster risk management, which is insufficient.

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FAQs

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What adaptations are being implemented for climate-resilient water systems?add

The study reveals that to ensure climate-resilient water systems, 100% of households raised the platform of water sources and toilets, while 56.25% repaired roads and shelters post-disaster.

What are the observed educational attainment differences between project and control areas?add

In the project area, 45% of household members were illiterate compared to 32% in the control area, reflecting a notable education disparity that impacts community resilience.

How does the WaSH program enhance community resilience to climate events?add

The research shows that 99% of respondents in the project area prepared for cyclones, significantly higher than the 66% in the control area, underscoring the program's effectiveness.

What methodological approach did the study use for sampling households?add

A stratified multi-stage sampling method was employed, targeting 400 households across treatment and control areas for interviews, ensuring a statistically valid representation.

What percentage of respondents experienced water scarcity issues due to climate change?add

The findings indicate that 96% of respondents faced distance problems to water sources, exacerbated by climate change-related factors such as increased salinity and drought.